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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1966
Page
4
The Muscature Journal indicates it is a member of the Associated Press and uses wire service coverage, Wirephoto and feature services. Representatives are listed as part of the network.
An Iowa State University extension forester warns that shady elm sellers are active in towns, offering trees that may not flourish locally or selling too many trees to farmers. He advises checking with a reputable local nurseryman before dealing with out-of-town concerns as Muscatine anticipates elm losses and replacement demand.
Officials weigh banning motor cars for underclassmen to free parking space and curb disciplinary issues. While it may hamper some students, university leaders question whether the educational process would be handicapped by such a ban and seek a clearly demonstrated need.
The National Association of Manufacturers shifts to problem solving in training unemployed youths. A pilot class of six Harlem girls improved typing from subpar to 65 wpm in six weeks using NAM desks and taped instruction. One student, a 19 year old mother of four, earned an $85 weekly wage with $25 training cost. Plans to expand with private industry partners include a Chicago plant program and support from College Life Insurance Co and Chemical Bank New York Trust.
A memorandum book with numerous memoranda and accounts linked to a business was found near Second Street with about $20 inside. The finder is asked to leave it at this office or at Dr. Johnson's for a reward.
President Johnson faces a possible tide of inflation and may push a broad tax boost covering individuals and corporations rather than targeted rises. Treasury argues for neutrality, avoiding shifting burdens, with quick action likely if a tax increase is needed. Proposals include small increases in personal and corporate rates, yielding about $4 billion yearly, while suspending the investment credit is debated to curb inflation yet risks business ties.
Dr Cranes Mary B, a 52 year old woman, praises a columnist for helping marriages by clipping and sending case records and sex booklets to a daughter facing divorce. She also asks for sets to two married nieces, illustrating a modern newspaper missionary role aimed at stabilizing homes and shielding children from emotional shock.
The columnist praises Mary for promoting unity and morality, urging readers to share "Newspaper Missionary Society" pieces like “Human Events.” Readers report colleges and dorms receiving cuttings, using them in essays and discussions. The column positions the newspaper as an ally of mental health groups in reducing divorce and delinquency and encourages collecting offered non profit booklets.
Abigail Van Buren answers readers on marital strain and shower etiquette. A wife recounts financial support and a loveless marriage while a neighbor-hostess situation ends with hosting duties unpaid and gifts misused. Abby urges leaving the unhappy marriage and suggests venting frustration with friends.
Fileen O Connell, mother of Ireland’s first surviving quads, details a tight weekly budget of about 10 pounds 12s for a family of 13. She relies on family help, state allowances, and local support, while awaiting promised state aid that has not materialized. Alderman Steve Coughlan condemns the lack of welfare for large families.
A devotional prayer requests genuine repentance and a life turned toward God. It asks that thoughts be governed by divine presence through Jesus Christ, the Redeemer, ending with Amen. The prayer centers on humility, renewal, and spiritual guidance.
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